It was a strong stretch of competition for our athletes across both meets, with great performances and personal records. Our athletes continue to improve each meet—showing dedication, resilience, and team pride. Great job to everyone who competed! #RaiderPride
2 months ago, Audrey Whitwer
Girls Highlights Isabella Hopper won the 3200m (13:55.54) Annika Glynn placed 2nd in Shot Put (31-11.25) and Discus (107-03) Hadlee Maxson took 3rd in the 100m (13.54) Reece Barnard took 3rd in the 100m hurdles (17.99) Other notable finishes: Hadlee Maxson: 4th in Long Jump and 200m Jaylin Klover: 5th in Shot Put Isabella Hopper: 5th in 1600m Team Result Southern Girls team finished 6th overall with 50 points Boys PRs Hunter Pollman: 200m (27.27) Caleb Forke: Shot Put (29-02.5) Gage Argo: Shot Put (33-00.5) Jackson Heard: Discus (84-04)
Girls Highlights Annika Glynn won the Discus (116-03) Reece Barnard: 4th in 100m hurdles (18.03) 5th in 300m hurdles (52.47) 4x100 relay team placed 4th (54.79) Other top finishes: Hadlee Maxson: 5th in 200m, 7th in Long Jump Annika Glynn: 5th in Shot Put Isabella Hopper: 6th in 1600m Jenna Forney: 6th in 300m hurdles Jaylin Klover: 6th in Shot Put Natalie Lyons: 7th in 200m Boys Highlights Blaze Barleen: 6th in 100m (12.39) Harper McDonald: 7th in 800m (2:27.10) Carsen Goes: 7th in Discus (99-11)
Think you’ve got what it takes? 🧠🔥 Join us for MUDECAS Quiz Bowl on April 14 at 10 A.M. at Palmyra! Bring your knowledge, your team, and your competitive spirit. 🏆
2 months ago, Jadun Carbonneau
Graphic with a black background and red/gray smoke effects. White graffiti-style text reads “Mudeah’s Quiz Bowl.” On the right, it says “April 14, 10 A.M. @ Palmyra.” A red outline of a rider on horseback appears in the top right, and a stylized red-and-white “S” logo is in the bottom left.
The 8th grade JAG students had an awesome day at Career Adventure Days hosted by IGNITE Pathways! Students rotated through 39 different hands-on career exploration stations—everything from simulation machines to building projects and skill-based activities.

One of the highlights of the day was how students got to choose their favorite careers and dive deeper, experiencing what a day in that profession might actually look like. It was a great opportunity to connect learning with real-world possibilities!
2 months ago, Alexis Schmidt
7 JAG students standing in front of the IGNITE pathways building
1 JAG Student working on a task from the career exploration activity
1 JAG students and 1 student helper working on the robotic arm
1 JAG student practicing their pharmacy skills to explore the pharmaceutical career
1 JAG student participating in an agricultural sprayer simulation activity
3 JAG students practicing taking each others vitals
1 JAG student using the welding simulator

Join us for the Southern School Board Meeting on April 13th, 2026, at 7:00 PM! This is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your ideas, and be part of important decisions happening at Southern Public Schools. We hope to see you there!

2 months ago, Dannie Eggerling
A red-themed promotional graphic announces a “Southern Board Meeting” scheduled for April 13th, 2026. The title appears on a chalkboard-style sign under a hanging lamp. At the bottom, circular icons display the location, Southern High School, and the time, 7:00 PM, connected by a dotted line. Decorative elements include books on a shelf, a small plant, and a tall vase with leaves on a wooden floor background.

📅 What’s going on at Southern?

Check out the schedule for April 13–18! From competitions and concerts to important senior deadlines—another busy week for Raider Nation! ❤️🖤

Stay involved and show your Raider Pride!

2 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A red and black Southern Raiders weekly schedule graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a large “S” logo in the center. The schedule lists events for April 13–18, including MUDECAS Quiz Bowl and a Board of Education meeting on Monday; varsity track, golf, junior high Quiz Bowl, and junior high track on Tuesday; no activities Wednesday; junior high track, a pre-district music concert, and senior deadlines on Thursday; no activities Friday; and junior high MUDECAS track on Saturday.

Promenade Update for Saturday, April 11, 2026

Due to the possibility of inclement weather, the Southern Promenade will be relocated to the Commons area. A designated space will be available along the sides for patrons to attend and view.

Thank you for your flexibility as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for all. ❤️🖤 #RaiderPride

2 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A black and red themed graphic with a stage curtain and confetti reads “Promenade Update – April 11, 2026.” The message explains that due to possible inclement weather, Southern’s Promenade will be moved to the Commons area, with designated viewing space available along the sides for patrons.

Come watch the excitement at Quiz Bowl! 👀✨
Cheer on the teams, enjoy the competition, and see who comes out on top!

Good Luck Raiders!!

3 months ago, Taiton Decker
A gray promotional poster for a “SH Meducas Quiz Bowl” event, featuring glowing white text and decorative string lights across the top and bottom. Large red shapes resembling light bulbs appear on both sides. The event details read: “Monday, April 13th, 10 AM” with the location listed as “JCC.”

Come watch the excitement at Quiz Bowl! 👀✨
Cheer on the teams, enjoy the competition, and see who comes out on top!

Good Luck Raiders!!

3 months ago, Taiton Decker
A stylized event poster for a “Sh Quiz Bowl.” The design features a gray background with glowing white neon-style text reading “SH QUIZ BOWL.” At the top, two illustrated hands hold large red light bulbs, with a string of small glowing lights draped between them. Below the title, the event details read: “Monday April 13th, 10 AM,” followed by “JCC” at the bottom. Decorative light strings appear along the edges, giving a festive, illuminated look.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and celebration.
3 months ago, Whyit Barton
Prom poster for Southern High School reading “PROM NIGHT – a night to remember,” featuring a gold disco ball, star accents, and formal outfits (suits and dresses) on either side. Event details: April 11, 2026 at 6 pm, held at Southern.
Spanish 3 & 4 Students attended the UNL World Language Fair and competed in creating posters themed around "The Beauty of the World." Students also had the opportunity to experience various dramas, films, speeches, dances, and songs performed by high school students throughout Nebraska in Spanish, Chinese, French, Arabic, Italian, German, and Japanese.
3 months ago, Dominique Clay
The UNL logo for their 48th World Language Fair is displayed. As well as a photo of the Southern student participants with their poster entries and a picture of those same students on the UNL campus.

🏆 Multi-Activity Student Award Recipients Announced

The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) and the Nebraska State College System have recognized 15,246 students statewide for the 2025–2026 Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Student Award.

This award honors students in grades 9–12 who participate in three or more NSAA-sanctioned activities during the school year.

👏 Congratulations to our Southern students for their dedication, involvement, and commitment both in and out of the classroom. Your hard work truly represents Raider Pride! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride

3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A Southern Public Schools graphic announcing the 2025–2026 Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Student Award recipients. The design features a black and gray gradient background with bold white and red text reading “Multi-Activity Student Award Recipients Announced.” On the left side, a red panel lists Southern students being recognized, including Paxx Adams, Gage Argo, Reece Barnard, Briana Basulto, Gabriella Burgess, Ethan Decker, Jace Dorn, Emma Eisenhauer, Landen Frerichs, Annika Glynn, Carsen Goes, Jackson Heard, Koltan Ideus, Jaylin Klover, Levi Lundstedt, Natalie Lyons, Hadlee Maxson, Hunter Pollman, Dominic Renderos, Caleb Scott, Azlynn Stevens, Ryker Swearingen, Noah Troxel, Jacob Ward, and Weston Whitwer. The right side includes layered Raider horse graphics and the phrase “Raider Pride.”

🎓 Senior Spotlights – Class of 2026

This week, we’re celebrating Alizya Wollenburg, Haylee Barton, and Noah Troxel!

Each of these seniors has made an impact at Southern through their experiences, memories, and the people who helped shape their journey. We are proud of all they’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s next! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride

3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A senior spotlight graphic for Alizya Wollenburg featuring a portrait of her standing under a waterfall wearing an orange top and black pants. The design includes “Senior Spotlight Class of 2026” and highlights her responses about favorite memories, impactful teacher (Ms. Bachman), favorite lunch, future plans, and advice. A quote by Fran Lebowitz is also included.
A senior spotlight graphic for Haylee Barton featuring a portrait of her smiling in front of a waterfall while wearing a black shirt. The design includes “Senior Spotlight Class of 2026” and highlights her responses about favorite memories (Mrs. Bachmann’s class), impactful teachers, favorite lunch, future plans, and advice. A quote by George Bernard Shaw is also included.
A senior spotlight graphic for Noah Troxel featuring a portrait of him sitting outdoors against a building, smiling while wearing a coral shirt and black shorts. The design includes “Senior Spotlight Class of 2026” and highlights his responses about wrestling memories, impactful teacher (Jurgens), favorite lunch, future plans, and advice. A quote by J. Cole is also included.

Come support our golf team at the Friend Country Club on April 8th! Let's hope the skies are clear, and the wind ever be in their favor. Let’s Go Raiders! 🏌⛳️🐎

3 months ago, Lily Dyer
A graphic promoting the boys golf team. The image consists of a beautiful cloudy sky and green grassy terrain. A golf ball sits in the shot, off-centered to the right. Text above reads "Boys golf invitational", "April 8, 9:30 AM", and "@ Friend Country Club".
Pre-K had Darcie Brandt of Blooms on 576th come in today! She taught kids about the parts of a flower. She also did a plant sorting and counting with the kids!
3 months ago, Amanda Freese
A group of approximately 13 young children and one adult sit and stand together in a brightly lit classroom. The adult, identified as Darcie Brandt, sits in the center smiling, with the children gathered around her—some standing behind and others sitting or kneeling on the carpet in front. The children appear to be preschool age and wear casual, colorful clothing. Most are smiling and facing the camera. The classroom includes a red carpet, a whiteboard displaying the alphabet, and posters showing hand signs for each letter. Colorful circular artwork decorates the walls, and a window with blinds lets in natural light. A small table and chairs are visible to the left.
There will be a parents meeting for students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year on Tuesday, April 7 at Southern Elementary at 6:00 pm in the library.
3 months ago, Kane Hookstra
There will be a parents meeting for students entering kindergarten for the 26-27 school year on Tuesday, April 7 at Southern Elementary at 6:00 pm in the library.

📅 What’s going on at Southern?

Here’s your weekly schedule for April 6–11! From track and golf to testing, deadlines, and PROM on Saturday at 6 PM—it’s a busy week for Raider Nation! ❤️🖤

Stay organized and show your Raider Pride!

3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A red and black Southern Raiders weekly schedule graphic titled “What’s going on at Southern?” with a large “S” logo in the center. The schedule lists events for April 6–11, including no school on Monday; varsity track and golf on Tuesday; golf and NSCAS testing on Wednesday; junior high track, UNL language fair, and senior application deadlines on Thursday; NHS applications due Friday; and prom on Saturday at 6:00 PM.
Spring is here! Enjoy the upcoming break with no school on April 3 and April 6, and celebrate Easter on April 5. Wishing everyone a fun, relaxing, and refreshing spring break! 🌷
3 months ago, Dannie Eggerling
A pastel-themed “Hello Spring” graphic with purple and green lettering on a soft watercolor background. The text lists dates: Friday, April 3 — No School; Sunday, April 5 — Easter; Monday, April 6 — No School. At the bottom, colorful tulips in pink, yellow, purple, and red line the image, along with the message “Have a Great Break!”
Thank you to all the dedicated paras at Southern Elementary, who support our teachers and students each and every day. Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
3 months ago, Kane Hookstra
The image shows the dedicated paras at Southern Elementary

Southern will hold its annual Preschool Advisory Meeting (per Rule XI requirements) on Friday, April 10, at 1 PM.

The meeting will take place at the elementary building (315 W 2nd St., Blue Springs).

We invite families and community members to attend and help support our preschool program! ❤️🖤

3 months ago, Southern
A white graphic with a red border announcing “Southern Preschool Advisory Meeting” in bold black and red text. The Southern Little Raiders Preschool logo—a cartoon child in a cowboy hat riding a horse inside a red circle—is displayed on the left. The graphic includes event details: Friday, April 10 at 1 PM, held at the elementary building located at 315 W 2nd St., Blue Springs, NE 68318.

🏃‍♀️ Southern Track heads to Thayer Central!

Catch the Raiders in action on April 2, starting at 12:00 PM. Let’s show up and support our athletes as they compete! ❤️🖤

#RaiderPride

3 months ago, Mrs. Fralin
A black-and-white action photo of a female track athlete sprinting on a track while holding a relay baton. Overlaid text reads “Southern Track” in large white and red letters with a faint Raider horse logo in the background. Event details at the bottom state: “Thayer Central Community Schools, April 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – Finish.”